General Counsel and Head of Compliance

We are a market leader in the precious commodities and bullion sector, with operations spanning multiple jurisdictions. As we continue to scale internationally, we are seeking an experienced and commercially astute legal professional to serve as our General Counsel and Head of Compliance.

This is a senior leadership position for a professional who combines deep legal expertise with a rigorous approach to regulatory compliance and risk management. The successful candidate will serve as the company's principal legal advisor while building and overseeing a robust compliance framework suited to a highly regulated, cross-border industry. You will work closely with the executive team to ensure that the company's growth is underpinned by sound legal strategy, regulatory integrity, and governance best practices.

This role is ideal for a lawyer who thrives at the intersection of legal counsel, compliance leadership, and commercial strategy — and who understands the unique regulatory landscape surrounding physical precious metals trading, storage, and e-commerce.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Counsel

• Serve as the company's principal legal advisor, providing guidance on corporate, commercial, and transactional matters to the board and senior management.

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including supply contracts, storage and custody arrangements, partnership agreements, and cross-border transaction documents.

• Manage and oversee external legal counsel across jurisdictions, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with the company's interests.

• Advise on corporate structuring, governance, and intellectual property matters as the business scales.

• Proactively identify and manage legal risks, and lead dispute resolution efforts when they arise.

Compliance & Regulatory Risk

• Design, implement, and continuously improve the company's compliance framework, ensuring adherence to all applicable laws and regulations across operating jurisdictions.

• Monitor and interpret evolving regulatory requirements — including those related to anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorism financing (CTF), sanctions, know-your-customer (KYC), and the Precious Stones and Precious Metals (Prevention of Money Laundering, Terrorism Financing and Proliferation Financing) Act and related regulations in Singapore.

• Establish and maintain internal compliance policies, procedures, and training programmes to embed a culture of compliance across the organisation.

• Oversee regulatory filings, reporting obligations, and audit readiness.

• Conduct internal compliance reviews and risk assessments, and ensure timely remediation of any identified gaps.

• Act as the primary point of contact with regulators and relevant government authorities.

Strategic & Commercial Support

• Partner with senior leadership to integrate legal and compliance considerations into business strategy, particularly in relation to international expansion, market entry, and new product development.

• Conduct legal and regulatory due diligence for new markets, partnerships, and cross-border business arrangements.

• Advise on the structuring and negotiation of international transactions, joint ventures, and strategic investments.

• Anticipate regulatory and geopolitical developments that may impact the business, and provide actionable recommendations to the leadership team.

Leadership & Governance

• Build, lead, and develop the legal and compliance function, fostering a culture of accountability, integrity, and excellence.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the board and executive team, balancing risk management with commercial objectives.

• Champion governance best practices and ensure that the company's policies evolve in line with its growth trajectory and regulatory obligations.

• Lead cross-functional initiatives where legal and compliance alignment is critical.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) or equivalent legal qualification. A postgraduate degree (e.g., LL.M in International Trade, Financial Regulation, or Compliance) or professional compliance certifications (e.g., ICA, ACAMS) will be a strong advantage.

• Minimum of 7 to 10 years of post-qualification experience, with a meaningful combination of private practice and in-house counsel exposure.

• Strong grounding in corporate and commercial law, with demonstrable experience in contracts, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.

• Direct experience with AML/CTF compliance frameworks, sanctions regimes, and regulated industries is highly preferred. Exposure to the precious metals, commodities, or financial services sector will be regarded favourably.

• Proven experience managing compliance programmes and engaging with regulators across multiple jurisdictions.

• Track record of advising on cross-border transactions, international operations, and multi-jurisdictional regulatory requirements.

• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to build and manage teams, drive projects, and influence stakeholders at all levels.

• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Highly analytical and strategic, with excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

• Resilient, adaptable, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, growth-oriented organisation operating in a dynamic regulatory environment.

Salary & Benefits

The salary for this role is SGD 15,000 to SGD 28,000 per month, with the final offer dependent on the candidate's qualifications, depth of experience, and proven track record in legal and compliance leadership. Performance-based incentives and additional benefits will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.